The promotion of teaching excellence is at the heart of our work within Student Learning & Academic Registry. This includes the development and delivery of CPD sessions relating to innovative pedagogies, regular conferences featuring sector-leading keynote speakers and our Advance HE accredited professional development framework.
Recent Posts
Blackboard Updates

Introduction Over the past few months, there have been some exciting updates regarding Blackboard Ultra and associated technologies. This blog post will hopefully showcase some of the more impactful changes that have been implemented. Improved Navigation Whilst in a module,
Fellowship Successes through the University’s Professional Development Framework

Congratulations to all those colleagues (below) who have been successful during 2026 with their respective Fellowship applications, through the Recognising Excellence in Learning and Teaching (RELT) Programme.
Update from QAA – New Subject Benchmark Statements to support your courses

QAA have published six newly revised Subject Benchmark Statements please see below for further details
Microsoft Elevate Educator Expert Applications Now Open: Apply by July 31st!

The Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MEEE) self-nomination window is now open until July 31st 2026. Apply today and join a global community of innovative educators.
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Blackboard Feature Alert: AI Conversations

Adobe Education Institute – Adobe Express

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for week commencing 23rd March

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) week commencing 9th March

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for week commencing 2nd March

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) week commencing 23rd February

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for week commencing 16th February

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) week commencing 9th February
